The Soldier's Son - Books 1-3

by Malcolm Archibald

Andrew Baird seeks his own military destiny through war, divided duties, and a perilous rescue along the Irrawaddy.

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The first three books in 'The Soldier's Son', a series of historical war novels by Malcolm Archibald, now available in one volume!

The Noise of Zulu Battle: South Africa, 1877. The son of the famous “Fighting Jack Windrush”, Andrew Baird hopes to forge his own path away from the shadow of his father. Fighting in the Zulu-British War of 1879, Andrew must confront the Zulus in bloody battles, hoping to prove his worth beyond his father's legacy. Grappling with his inner demons, can Andrew overcome adversity and claim his own destiny?

The Sound of Boer Rifles: As the first Boer War rages around them, Andrew Baird and Mariana Maxwell navigate the tumultuous backdrop of British annexation and the Boer struggle for independence. Andrew must balance his duties with helping Mariana recover from her mental drama. Searching for a German agent, can he cope with the various strands of his life while fighting an elusive enemy?

The Chill of the Irrawaddy: Andrew Baird travels to Burma in order to help free a young girl captured by a dacoit chief. Fighting both dacoits and King Thibaw’s soldiers along the banks of the Irrawaddy, Andrew realises he is in danger of losing his girl. Can he obtain a free pardon for Bo Thura and retain Mariana?

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